North West Circular - Issue 183 by NW Circular

THE PENIMI TRAINING SERIES for Teachers

When a student:

• Asks that question

• Shares that struggle

• Has broken a rule

How do we respond effectively?

Mechanchos will learn to:

· Maximize their role

· Confidently deal with students’ contemporary challenges

· Navigate both proactive and reactive conversations successfully

· Build trusting relationships with students

· Bring students to a better place in any conversation using a nuanced skillset

· Effectively deal with resistance, defensiveness and shutdown

· Skillfully guide students towards long-term solutions

· Successfully handle student infractions

Tuesday, January 7 Monday, January 13 Tuesday, January 21 Tuesday, January 28

Last 2 sessions TBA

2:15PM-3:45PM

Presented by Mrs. Faigie Zelcer, Founding Director of Penimi

I now conduct these conversations calmly, without any negativity or conflict. It’s incredible to watch the students take ownership of the challenge and then communicate a solution.

I’ve been in chinuch for 20 years and the course I just took was transformative for me. It switched my entire outlook on challenging situations with students, even the most difficult ones."

PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS 5783-5784 Atara Girls School, Cincinnati / Avir Yaakov Skver, New Suare / Bais Chomesh HS, Toronto / Bais Kaila, Lkwd / Bais Malka Belz HS, Lkwd / Bais Malka Belz, Boro Park / Bais Rivka Rochel, Lkwd / Bais Rochel D’Satmar, Boro Park / Bais Rochel D’Satmar, London / Bais Rochel School Monsey / Bais Tova, Lkwd / BY Adass Yereim Vien, Wiliamsburg / BY Drav Meir / BY HS, Detroit / BY HS, Lkwd / BY Baltimore / BY Boston / BY Chicago / Beis Chinuch Gevoah, Monsey / Beis Yaakov Vienna / Belz Antwerp / Bet Yaakov Ateret Torah HS, Flatbush / Bet Yaakov Jersey Shore / Beth Rivkah, Montreal / Bnos BY, Far Rockaway / BBY, Lkwd / Bnos Brocha, Lkwd / Bnos Devorah, Lkwd / Bnos Square, Williamsburg / Bnos Toras Emes, Miami / Bnos Yaakov, Lkwd / Bnos Yisroel Vizhnitz, London / Bnot Yisrael , Lkwd / Chedvas Bais Yakov, Lkwd / Eitz Chaim Girls School, Toronto / Emunas BY, Brooklyn / HSBY, Chicago / JDBY, Chicago / Jüdische Schule, Zürich / Lev BY, Flatbush / Machon Chen, Zurich /Machon Matel Leah, Lkwd / Masores BY, Flatbush / Mosdos Sanz Klausenburg, Monsey / Oros BY, Lkwd / Peer BY, Monsey / Shevach HS, Queens / TAG, Far Rockaway / Yavne HS, Cleveland / Yeshiva Ketana of Waterbury / YOB HS, Flatbush / Yeshiva Spring Valley / Yeshiva Shaarei Zion, Queens

I joined this course and it’s incredible how my entire role has changed. All it took was learning how to do it effectively and gain the confidence to do so, and I am now able to approach students pretty much about anything, without it impacting our relationship."

718.514.2525 info@penimi.org

‘Brighton-Up’ Your Winter

Escape to the shores of Brighton & Hove this winter for a unique seaside getaway.

Just moments from the beach and a quick trip from London, our holiday homes offer a cosy retreat. Secure parking, an on-site gym, and daily synagogue services are just steps away. Plus, enjoy delicious meals at our Kosher restaurant & deli throughout Chanukah and New Year’s.

Looking for your home away from home?

Enjoy a Kosher restaurant, deli & catered Shabbat meals

Choose cosy apartments, spacious houses, or penthouses.

Go to bnjc.co.uk/stay or scan here for more information

@bnjcbrighton stay@bnjc.co.uk

Hall Hire

l Birthday parties

l Upsherens

l Sheva Brochos

l Shabbos events

l Extended family meals

Holds 50 seated or 150 reception/buffet

Also available:

Meeting/training rooms

Therapy rooms for adults/children

Clinic suite

Art therapy space

2a St George's Road, London, NW11 0LR (Old Sorting Office)

Please contact Tamara bookings@jewishfamilycentre.org.uk or call 0208 209 1117

”It was perfect. Thank you so much! Everyone had a fabulous time, children and adults.”

”We had a great experience using the JFC for our daughter’s birthday party. The ease of booking and communicating with the team was excellent. They answered all my questions and made everything perfect and exactly as we wanted on the day. The space was clean and organized for our party and everyone had a fabulous time.”

”Hiring the Centre was a pleasure from beginning to end!! Many thanks to Tamara for being so helpful all along.”

”It was such a fun place to make a family get together. Plenty of toys and place for the kids to play while the adults could relax and enjoy each others company.”

Introducing AAC Starter:

16-24 year olds can now get a free Achisomoch account

Learn more. Visit achisomoch.org/aacstarter or call 020 8731 8988. T&Cs apply.

We’ll top up your giving by 25%. Easy to use. Simple set-up.

Transfer money into your AAC account and then use the online portal, app, paper vouchers or cards to make donations to local and international charities.

Thousands of people in NW London and beyond use AAC. Here’s why:

Give and gain: For every eligible deposit, we’ll claim the Gift Aid and deposit it into your account. That means you’ll get an extra £25 to donate for every £100 you deposit.

Easily keep track of your giving: Know who you’ve given to, when and how much.

Quickly donate to online charity campaigns: Donate in seconds using funds in your AAC account.

AAC is a charity that provides you with a dedicated tax-efﬁcient account for your charitable giving. Our proﬁts are donated to schools and other educational establishments within the UK.

Give with Conﬁdence. Reg. Charity No. 278387

OF HISTORY

This Unforgettable Event!

HIGH TEMPERATURE, SORE EYES, MISERABLE AND TIRED? THINK possible MEASLES

Other symptoms: cough, running nose, spots in inner mouth. A rash is usually a later sign of measles, seen after a few days.

WE ARE STILL IN AN OUTBREAK, LIKELY TO CONTINUE FOR SEVERAL MORE MONTHS.

DID YOU KNOW:

• If someone with measles is in a room, the virus will linger for 2 hours after they have left?

• Measles passes from person-to-person very quickly.

• If a woman has 2 doses of MMR in childhood, (protecting also against rubella and mumps,) in her teens or between pregnancies she has a better chance of a healthy baby.

• GPs are happy to give catch-up vaccinations to older children and adults who never received 2 doses of MMR.

• One in five children who catch measles need admitting to hospital, many with breathing difficulties.

If you think that you or your child have measles, isolate at home and call your GP surgery or NHS 111 for advice

Luxury

Kids

Shiurim

Unforgettable

Evening

SPA

NEW TO THE MARKET

YOSHON OATS MADE IN THE USA

One-bowl Oat Muffins

Ingredients:

2 cups whole wheat ﬂour

2 cups Paskesz® Quick Cooking or Old Fashioned Oats

½ cup oil

1 cup honey

1½ cups unsweetened applesauce

2 eggs

2 tsp vanilla

2 tsp cinnamon

2 tsp baking powder

1 scant tsp baking soda

5oz Paskesz® chocolate chips

Directions: Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, mix until dry ingredients are just moistened. Do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips. Spoon into large mufﬁn pans.

Bake for 18-20 minutes at 350 degrees.

Yields approximately 24 mufﬁns.

HINT: Use an ice cream scoop for even portions!

Oatmeal Bars

Ingredients:4 eggs

1½ cups brown sugar

1½ cups granulated sugar

3 cups flour

2 cups oil

6 cups Paskesz® Quick Cooking or Old Fashioned Oats

4 tsp vanilla

2 tsp baking powder

2 tsp baking soda

1 9oz bag Paskesz® chocolate chips

Directions: Beat together eggs, brown sugar, sugar, and oil on medium speed. Switch to dough hook. Add dry ingredients and mix until combined. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper and spread mixture to ﬁll entire sheet. (It will be sticky! You can use gloves or spray a large spoon with an oil spray.) Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees. When cool, slice into bars. Enjoy!

FAQ: The Dirshu Event

Sunday, 15th December 2024 | London UK

About the Event

What is the Dirshu Event all about?

A: This is a groundbreaking celebration of Torah learning, bringing Klal Yisroel together for the first-ever massive Dirshu stadium event in Europe.

We will honor Lomdei Torah, mark several Siyumim, and inspire all Mishtatfim with an unforgettable evening of Chizuk, Torah, and music.

Why is this event so significant?

A: In Eretz Yisroel and the USA, Dirshu has inspired hundreds of thousands of Yidden with beautiful events, showcasing the honor of Torah on a maasive scale.

Now, for the first time in Europe, experience the unmatched joy, the vibrant energy, and the warmth that only Dirshu can bring! The simcha fills the air, lifting every heart and igniting every Neshoma.

This is more than a celebration – it’s an elevated experience of Kovoid Hatorah, marking milestones, and inspiring the next chapter of Klal Yisroel's dedication to Limud HaTorah.

Who is the event for?

The event is for all of Klal Yisroel! It’s not just for Dirshu Loimdim; this is a gathering for everyone. Everyone has a share in the Torah and can join the Simchas Hatorah!

Venue

Location: Copper Box Arena, London.

Parking: A large car park is available, a 5-minute walk from the stadium. Shuttles will be available for those who need assistance. Walking is recommended to avoid traffic congestion.

Timing

• Date: Sunday, 15th December 2024.

• Doors Open: 5:45 PM.

• Program Start: 6:40 PM.

Tickets

How do I purchase tickets?

Tickets can be purchased either online, on Dirshu.co.uk, or at the Local ticket centers in each location.

Call the hotline at (+44) 020 8050 3126 for information about ticket center locations and opening times.

As of now, tickets cannot be purchased on the hotline.

What are the ticket prices?

Ticket prices range from £10, £15, £25 , depending on your seating section, £50 and £100 for the VIP section.

What is the price for Dirshu Loimdim?

Dirshu Lomdim will be seated at VIP section. for a discounted minimal fee of £10.

Can I book group seating?

Yes! If you are part of a Shiur or Chaburah, contact your Maggid Shiur or local Dirshu representative to arrange group seating.

Can i bring guests to sit with Dirshu Lomdim?

Each Dirshu Loimed can bring 1 guests at the discounted rate, with the option to sit together.

What

does my ticket include?

Every seat will have a refreshments bag, and there will be opportunities to purchase discounted Dirshu Seforim.

Program Highlights

What can I expect during the event?

Prepare for an unforgettable evening featuring:

• Gedolei Yisroel delivering inspiring speeches.

• A fascinating music program to uplift the crowd in Simcha Lichvoid Hatorah.

• Chizuk Hatorah that will leave you elevated and inspired.

What

is celebrated?being

We are marking:

• The Siyum of Maseches Shabbos of Dirshu Amud Hayomi, and The start of Maseches Eiruvin.

• The beginning of Meleches Shabbos in Daf Hayomi B'Halacha

• The Siyumim of Maseches Bava Basra - Daf Hayomi and Maseches BikurimYerushalmi.

Transportation

Stamford Hill & NW London: Details on local pickup stops and timings will be advertised.

if you purchase your ticket online please select "Transportation" together with your seat.

Manchester and Gateshead: Comfortable coaches will travel directly to the event. Food will be provided on

board, at the event venue, and for the return journey.

Antwerp, Belgium:

Comfortable coaches will travel directly to the event. Food will be provided on board, at the event venue, and for the return journey.

Please note that the transportation will incur a nominal fee, with pricing varying by location to accommodate different arrangements.

Seforim Sale

Can I buy Dirshu Seforim at the event?

Yes! Visit the desks at both entrances to purchase Dirshu Seforim at heavily discounted prices. Purchases will be delivered to your home after the event.

Seating and Accessibility

How does seating work?

Your ticket will include a section, row, and seat number, along with instructions on which entrance to use. Follow the signs and arrive early to avoid delays. Will there be special seating for women?

A minimal number of seats will be available for women, specifically family members of Dirshu Loimdim.

Can I stay with my group?

Yes! Coordinate with your Maggid Shiur to ensure your group sits together.

From what age is the event for?

Boys from 13+ are welcome to join the event.

Additional Information

Food: Every attendee will receive a refreshments bag at their seat.

For those traveling on coaches from Manchester and Gateshead, food will be provided onboard and upon arrival, along with a package for the return trip.

Security: Tightened security will be present throughout the venue. Please follow the guidance of security personnel to ensure safety for everyone.

Emergency Services: Hatzalah will be stationed at two locations: Ground Floor and Galleries. For emergencies, call Hatzalah Stamford Hill at 020 8806 1123, and provide your section number clearly.

Post-Event Exit: Thousands of attendees will leave simultaneously. Exiting may take time, so remain calm, patient, and respectful to others.

This event is designated to elevate Kovoid Hatorah and create a Kiddush Hashem. Please remember to be Mekadesh shem Shomaim and Let’s make it a proud and uplifting experience for everyone!

(.זט הרומת)

1 - 2 DECEMBER |

Second yahrtzeit of our founder Dayan Ehrentreu ztz"l

Rov or Rov & Rebbetzen for Kehillas Toras Chaim

Our warm and vibrant kehilla, situated in Hendon, north-west London, is seeking a dedicated Rov and an engaging Rebbetzen to lead, inspire and connect with members of all ages. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact in a dynamic and growing kehilla.

Responsibilities of the Rov:

• Deliver meaningful, engaging drashos and shiurim tailored to various levels of knowledge

• Provide halachic advice and pastoral guidance to individuals and families

• Officiate at life- cycle events, ensuring all members feel valued and supported

• Be an active presence at community events and initiatives, fostering achdu s and growth

Key Qualities of the Rebbetzen:

• Warm, approachable and passionate about connecting with women and families

• A natural leader who can engage women’s groups and promote learning and community cohesion

• A partner in hosting, programming and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all members

Together, the Rov and Rebbetzen should:

• Be role models in Torah values and Jewish living

• Foster a sense of belonging and inclusivity in our kehilla

• Build strong relationships with our members

What We Offer:

• A supportive and active board and kehilla

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• A warm and welcoming community excited to grow under your leadership

If you are passionate about Torah, community building and leading with warmth and authenticity, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal confidential conversation about the role/s, application information and full job and person specifications please email recruitment@toraschaim.org.uk.

The closing date for applications is Friday 13th December 2024.